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MARATHON LEVEL1: BEGINNER TRAINING

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MARATHON LEVEL1: BEGINNER TRAINING

Author

Wilson Komen

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Length

16 Weeks

Plan Description

BEGINNER MARATHON LEVEL 1: BEGINNER TRAINING

Duration: 16 Weeks

Time Goal: 4hrs 25 Min - 4hrs 14 Min

Distance per Week: 28 Mi – 35 Mi

Who’s the training for?

• Runners who are new to the marathon distance.
• Who have completed a minimum of two half marathon races.
• These runners should have 2 years of consistent training experience.
• Should be able to begin their training by completing 38 miles in the first week.
• An initial long run of 10 miles.
• Incorporate the speed workout into the training.
• Recovery cross training, strength training and stretching.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x4
31mi 20mi
X-Train x2
—— ——
Day Off x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
31mi 20mi
X-Train
—— ——
Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


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Wilson Komen

COACH KIPRUNNING LLC

A competitive runner himself, Wilson Komen brings nearly a decade of experience to his coaching. He sees it as his mission to help all of his runners—new and experienced alike—maintain healthy, consistent training regimens that will lead to rewarding racing experiences.

Coach Wilson Komen is certified by the Road Runners Club of America.


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